HT3371 how to replace internal battery in Macbook Pro 17"

My 17" went dead while sitting in a warehouse waiting for a residence. Grrr.

You can only replace the battery yourself on a 2008 or older MacBook Pro. If you do it in a newer computer, you will void the warranty.
If you have a 2008 or older computer, buy the battery at the Apple Online Store > http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA348LL/A/rechargeable-battery-15-inch-macbook -pro?fnode=5a Then, install it > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3053
If you have a newer computer, you have to look in iFixit for the steps to replace your battery > http://www.ifixit.com

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A very simple procedure. The link above is a good one.
Buy an external enclosure and HD/SSD. You can daisychain from another bootclone if you have one. Then install the new HD/SSD.
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/hard-drives/2.5-Notebook/SATA/DIY/

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Hello Everyone, I stupidly broke the socket/clip where the pram battery attaches to the logic board on my Macbook Pro (c2d Intel 2.13). Unfortunately, since the socket/clip is a surface mount component and the way it broke (I don't see solder pads) I'm unable to re-solder the clip back on to the motherboard. Here's a picture of what I'm talking about (borrowed from someone else who apparently did the same thing): http://yfrog.com/6ximg0870nj
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On your notebook, this looks like a very easy job.
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Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished one with a new battery for $79. They do not fix yours.
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